WWE NXT surpasses AEW Dynamite in viewership by 96,000

WWE NXT garnered 683,000 viewers on August 18, 2026, significantly outperforming AEW Dynamite, which had 587,000 viewers on August 19. This marks a 16% increase for NXT and a significant drop for Dynamite, which saw an 11% decline, its lowest viewership since June. Both shows have struggled with viewership patterns as they approach pay-per-view events, leading to speculation about future ratings. NXT's surge is attributed to Zilla Fatu's recent debut, driving interest ahead of his official contract signing. AEW faces challenges with its go-home show for All In next week, where previous patterns suggest continued decline in viewership may occur.

• 9:20 PMYahoo Sports — WWE NXT Outpaced AEW Dynamite By Almost 100,000 Viewers